Change of Fire Season Status

Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) has declared a Restricted Fire Season for the entire Horowhenua District, as of 8am on Monday, 18 February 2019. A Prohibited Fire Season remains in place on all Horowhenua beaches and sand dunes.

Trig Walkway

Walk, Run, Ride, Escape!

This popular spot is situated on private land and features walking and biking tracks and access to Tararua Forest Park via Kohitere Forest.

The Kohitere Forest, Trig Walk, link track to the Te Araroa Trail, and Mountain Bike tracks. From the top of the Trig Walk you can enjoy a panoramic view across the entire Horowhenua and beyond to Kapiti Island to the South and Mt Ruapehu to the North.

The track connects to the Mangahao Makahika track leading north to Palmerston North and is part of the Te Araroa trail.

Members of the Public who wish to access the Kohitere Forest are reminded that you are entering private property and are privileged to do so. Please observe the following regulations to ensure this recreational resource remains available for public access.